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    • Oahu Weather Forecast for February 20, 2026

    Oahu Weather Forecast for February 20, 2026

    Breezy trades will continue for one more day, but will ease by this evening. As a disturbance moves overhead today, expect increasing chances for heavy...

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    Oahu Surf Forecast for February 20, 2026
    Oahu Surf Forecast for February 20, 2026

    Surf along exposed east-facing shores will remain rough, with heights hovering around the advisory level today. A downward trend will follow over the...

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    Oahu News:

    The Honolulu Police Department has launched an arson investigation after a Diamond Head house fire was determined to be intentionally set. Meanwhile, the Moanalua Freeway repaving project has been extended by four months, now continuing through July. In efforts to support families and the environment, a “Keiki Ride Free” measure on buses and rail has advanced in the state Legislature. Honolulu also unveiled a sign claiming Cartwright Park as the oldest active baseball field in America, sparking some debate. Lastly, residents can look forward to a new option for food waste disposal with a pilot program allowing food waste to be put in green bins to reduce landfill waste and create nutrient-rich fertilizer.

    Diamond Head house fire determined to be intentionally set; HPD opens arson case

    Diamond Head house fire determined to be intentionally set; HPD opens arson case

    Feb 20, 2026 KHON2
    Moanalua Freeway repaving project extended by 4 months

    Moanalua Freeway repaving project extended by 4 months

    Feb 20, 2026 KHON2
    H-201 Moanalua Freeway repaving extended through July 2026
    Feb 19, 2026 Hawaii.gov

    'Keiki Ride Free' measure on buses and rail advances

    Feb 20, 2026 Star Advertiser

    "Honolulu claims Cartwright Park as oldest baseball field in America, gets pushback"

    Apr 21, 2025 Spectrum
    Neighborhood park recognized as ‘Oldest Active Baseball Field in America’
    Apr 17, 2025 Spectrum

    University of Hawaii to have on-campus tailgating for all 7 home games of 2025 football season

    Apr 16, 2025 Spectrum

    Waikiki gets its second medical cannabis dispensary

    Apr 17, 2025 Spectrum

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    Maui Youth & Family Services provides youth mental health first aid training and certification

    Maui Youth & Family Services hosted a Youth Mental Health First Aid training on Friday, Feb. 13 at the Maui Family YMCA West Side Resource Center.

    The MACC Presents BLACK GRACE Paradise Rumor in the Castle Theater, March 8

    New Zealand’s leading contemporary dance group, Black Grace, returns to the Castle Theater on Sunday, March 8 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets go on sale online only at 10 a.m. to MACC members on Friday, Feb. 20, and to the general public on Saturday, Feb. 21.

    Hawaiʻi Technology Academy announces admissions open for 2026-27

    Hawaiʻi Technology Academy, the state’s largest K-12 public charter school, officially opens its admissions applications for the upcoming school year on Monday, Feb. 23. Families are invited to explore HTA’s unique blended learning model, a tuition-free approach that focuses on each child’s individual needs and interests. HTA has two campuses on Maui: a K-8 campus […]

    Hui Livestock & Poultry Maui hosts first poultry show in 16 years

    The Hui Livestock & Poultry Maui held its first annual Poultry Show on Sunday, Feb. 15, at the Oskie Rice Arena. This was the first community bird show outside of the annual AgFest and Maui County Fair since 2010, when it was last under the direction of Todd Steele of Lahaina.

    Maui Weather Forecast for February 20, 2026

    Breezy trades will continue for one more day, but will ease by this evening. As a disturbance moves overhead today, expect increasing chances for heavy...

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    Measure aimed at hiking DUI penalties for highly intoxicated drivers advances

    Hawai'i House Committee on Transportation moved House Bill 1708 ahead with 7 yes votes; the bill would make a second DUI offense with a blood-alcohol content more than 0.15% — and within 10 years of a driver's first DUI conviction — a Class C felony.

    Volcano Watch: A sight to see; maintaining Hawaiian Volcano Observatory’s webcams during a historic eruption

    Visual observations have been a backbone of volcano research more than 2,000 years and remain fundamental to understanding how volcanoes work; advancements in technology even allow eruptions to be viewed from anywhere around the world.

    ‘Exceptional performance and commitment’: Kaua‘i County Department of Water names 2025 employees of the year

    Honorees are Albert Cadavona, Chrysanthemum “Christine” Erorita and Joseph “Jay” Perreira Jr.; they were recognized Thursday (Feb. 19) during the monthly meeting of Kaua‘i County Board of Water Supply.

    UPDATE: East-facing shores of Kauaʻi remain under high surf advisory through today

    A downward trend is expected through the weekend, however, as winds diminish; surf of 8 to 12 feet is forecast for this morning, with heights falling to 7 to 10 feet this afternoon.

    Flood watch issued for Kauaʻi and Niʻihau through Saturday morning

    The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for Kauaʻi and Niʻihau, effective at 3:30 p.m., citing heavy rainfall that could trigger flash flooding.

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    Trump tariffs struck down by US Supreme Court, ruling them as unconstitutional

    Hawai‘i's U.S. Sen. Mazie K. Hirono praised the high court's decision, saying: "They were conceived as another lever for Trump to consolidate power and intimidate our global partners — including some of our closest allies."

    FEMA approves $4M for permanent repairs to Pohoiki boat ramp, but more funding needed

    The price tag for permanent repairs to the important ocean access starts around $40 million, with the cheaper option of just dredging already having failed during a project in October.

    ʻImiloa in Hilo celebrates 20 years of creating space for curiosity, learning, dialogue

    A birthday bash from 2 to 6 p.m. today will feature hands-on activities, anniversary treats, giveaways and full access to exhibits and the planetarium all for free; the celebration also kicks off a year of monthly anniversary programming throughout 2026.

    Kaua‘i to host hole new level of fun on mini but mighty stage; ready to tee up for the challenge?

    United States ProMiniGolf Association for the first time is bringing its annual U.S. Open to Hawai‘i, with the 28th contest hitting the greens at Kaua‘i Mini Golf & Botanical Gardens in Anaina Hou Community Park in Kīlauea; you can even be part of the historic fun by heading to the Garden Isle to participate in the U.S. Open of Mini Golf Pro/Am Tournament.

    Team Rubicon helps homeowners clean hazardous debris from Kīlauea eruption

    For the first time in 40 years, large tephra from Kīlauea fell across neighborhoods near Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, leaving homeowners with hazardous material on their roofs, and in their gutters and water systems.

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